Taking Sides

“Taking Sides” is written by famous writer Gary Soto. Gary Soto also has other famous books such as "Baseball in April", and "Too Many Tamales”. Most of his books are very good and attention-grabbing. The book I’m reading which is “Taking Sides” is about a young Mexican boy who lived in the ghetto but now lives in the suburbs with rich people. This book is very exciting and may relate to other people.

               

This basketball themed book is about A young boy named Lincoln getting used to living in the suburbs and trying to get his friend to become his girlfriend. Lincoln hates the location he lives in, He wants to go back to the ghetto and reunite with his friends and especially Tony. Tony is Lincolns best friend but they cannot hangout since Lincoln had to move to the suburbs. Tony and Lincoln still communicate through the phone though. Lincoln is very great at basketball he loves the sport it’s his favorite! Lincoln joined the basketball team and looked forward to being the star on the team but his Coach doesn’t like him. One of Lincoln’s basketball game is against his old school. Lincoln couldn’t decide whether to beat his old school or lose on purpose to show how much he loves his old school. Lincoln will decide when the day comes.

               

There is much more to learn from the book, and much more characters that are involved in Lincoln’s life. Taking sides is a incredible and remarkable book. You’ll probably be very tacked to the book.

Book Review by Leeh M.